Google AdWords Introduces Account-Level Call Extensions, & More Click-to-Call Updates
Google announced a series of updates to click-to-call ads this week, including a new design, new reporting capabilities, and account-level call extensions.
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Matt G. Southern, Senior News Writer, has been with Search Engine Journal since 2013. With a bachelor’s degree in communications, Matt specializes in gathering details, checking facts, and making complex subjects easy to understand. In addition to writing articles, Matt oversees strategy development for SEJ’s news department.
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WordPress for Google Docs Lets Multiple Users Collaborate on Content in Real-Time
A new add-on for Google Docs allows multiple content creators to write, edit, and collaborate in real-time — then easily save as a blog post...
Google App Showing Trending News Cards on iOS and Android
The Google App for both iOS and Android has begun displaying “Trending News” cards along with “Related stories” carousels.
Google Brings One-Tap Google Assistant Access to its Allo Chat App
In the latest version of Google Allo users can call upon Google Assistant with a single tap.
Bing Ads Editor Now Available for Mac Users
Bing is honoring what is said to be its most requested Bing Ads feature with the release of Bing Ads Editor for Mac.
Google AdWords Price Extensions to be Shown on All Devices
It has been confirmed that Google AdWords price extensions are now eligible to be shown on all devices.
Google: New Industry Benchmarks for Mobile Page Speed
Google has released a new report illustrating the latest industry benchmarks for mobile page speed. How does your site stack up?
Yoast SEO Version 4.4 Now Available: Here’s What’s New
Yoast SEO, a WordPress plugin with over 3 million installs, has received updates to both its free and premium versions. Here’s what’s new in each.
Google Assistant Can Now Tell You About Slang, Beer, and Men’s Fashion
Google Assistant has been updated with a slang dictionary, a beer guide, and men’s fashion advice.
Google: How to Properly Close a Site For a Day
These tips outline the correct way to temporarily shut down a site without affecting its search presence.
Google Assistant Coming to All Android Phones Running 6.0 and Above
Google has revealed plans to release Google Assistant, the company’s AI-based voice assistant, to all smartphones running Android 6.0 and above.
Google Allo Chat App and Virtual Assistant Coming to Desktop
Google’s messaging app Allo, along with its built-in virtual assistant, is coming to desktop.
Google’s iOS App Returning Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMPs) in Search Results
Google’s flagship app for iOS can finally surface AMPs in search results.
Google Responds to Users Being Unexpectedly Signed Out of Their Accounts
Google has issued a public response to assure users their accounts have not been compromised.
Google’s Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) Account for 7% of Traffic to US Publishers
Adobe Analytics reveals AMPs account for 7% of traffic to top US publishers. This data is accurate as of December 2016
Google Site Search to Shutter on April 1, 2017 — Here Are Some Alternatives
Google will cease sales of its Google Site Search product on April 1, 2017. Current customers will still be able to use it until their...
HTTPS Pages on Front Page of Google Could Reach 50% by June 2017
HTTPs pages on the front page of Google search results could reach 50% by late May/early June 2017.
New Google My Business Guidelines State Virtual Offices Not Allowed for Service-Area Businesses
According to new Google My Business (GMB) guidelines, it is not acceptable for a service-area business to use a virtual location.
New Google Cooking Cards Spotted in Google Now
New cards have been spotted in Google Now which display recipe suggestions based on search history and previously read articles.
Google Upgrades Gboard for iPhone with Voice Typing, New Emoji, and More
Gboard, Google’s alternative mobile keyboard, has been updated on iPhone with support for voice typing, new emoji, and new languages.
Google Releases Tool to Help Filter Out Hurtful Comments Online
Google has released a new API for publishers which uses machine learning to filter out hurtful comments online.
Malie Ohye Bids Farewell to Google
Maile Ohye, former Developer Programs Tech Lead at Google, and repeat guest at SEJ Summit, has bid farewell to the search giant.
Google and Bing to Demote Pirate Websites in UK Search Results
Google and Bing have come to a voluntary agreement with the UK government to demote websites in UK search results which provide links to download...
Creative Commons Launches New Search Engine for Finding Free, Legal Images
Creative Commons has launched the beta version of a new search engine which is designed to make it even easier to find free-to-use images.
Google to Implement Anti-Piracy Code in Search Results by June 1st
Google, along with other search companies, are close to finalizing an agreement to implement an anti-piracy code for search results.
Google Asked to Remove Over a Million Websites for Copyright Infringement
Google’s latest transparency report reveals the number of domains the search giant has been asked to remove has reached a new milestone of one million.
OK Google, Give Me Some Fun Facts About Animals and Nature
Google introduced a new search feature designed to instantly deliver fun facts about plants, animals, fruits, and vegetables.
DuckDuckGo Has Plans to Be More Than Just a Search Engine
DuckDuckGo has plans to extend its privacy solutions throughout the web.
Exclude Irrelevant Audiences from Bing Ads Remarketing Campaigns
Bing Ads has introduced the ability to exclude irrelevant audiences from remarketing advertising campaigns.
Google’s New ‘People Also Ask’ Suggestions Allow for Deeper Exploration of Topics
Google is making ‘People also ask’ suggestions smarter with dynamically loading suggestions.